The Charles River Creative Arts Program has been a national leader in the summer multi-arts experience since 1970. Providing and engaging, supportive and electric environment, our dedicated, professionally accomplished staff inspires young artists from diverse backgrounds to explore creative individual expression.

Everything is by choice. Nothing is compulsory. With over 130 exciting courses offered every session, students design a summer that uniquely reflects their passions. While we're proud of our many alumni who have gone on to great success in the arts, we focus fervently on process as the most important product. And we have a ton of fun!

Two 4-week sessions are offered every summer. Students may enroll in one or more sessions.
Session 1: June 25 - July 20
Session 2: July 25 - August 18

CHARLES RIVER Creative Starts
An immersive introduction to multi-arts for children ages 6-8

Charles River Creative Starts provides an opportunity for children ages 6-8 to begin exploring and developing their artistic talents in a welcoming, stimulating environment. Each two-week session features a unique theme, tying together inspiring projects across a wide spectrum of visual and performing arts. With a dedicated Creative Starts staff, space, and resources, budding artists will enjoy the nationally renown CRCAP model, perfectly tailored to their age group. Rather than preregistering for courses, students have the freedom to choose the activities that interest them throughout the session. We offer an age-appropriate balance of choice and structure to encourage experimentation, independence, and creative confidence.

Sessions run every two weeks, from June 25 through August 17.